American Plant 2023 Sago Palm Care User Guide
- June 17, 2024
- American Plant
Table of Contents
American Plant 2023 Sago Palm Care
Product Information
S pecifications :
- Name: Sago Palm
- Light: Bright indirect light to full sun
- Water & Humidity: Dry soil between waterings, avoid overwatering
- Temperature: Average household temperatures
- Food: Fertilize 3 times a year with a 12-4-12 N-P-K ratio slow-release palm fertilizer
- Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets
Product Usage Instructions
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Light :
The Sago Palm thrives in bright indirect light to full sun. Avoid too much direct sunlight as it may scorch the leaves. -
Water & Humidity:
Water the plant whenever the soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering to prevent soggy soil. Reduce watering slightly in winter when the plant is not actively growing. Sago Palms do well in average household humidity. -
Temperature:
Maintain the Sago Palm in average household temperatures for optimal growth. -
Food:
Feed the Sago Palm with a slow-release palm fertilizer three times a year during its growing season. Use a fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 12-4-12 for best results. -
Toxicity:
Be aware that the Sago Palm is toxic to both humans and pets, so handle with care. -
Growers Tips:
Sago palms have large roots compared to their foliage size. If you notice roots escaping through drainage holes or water taking too long to drain, it’s time to repot your Sago Palm.
FAQ
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Q: How often should I fertilize my Sago Palm?
A: Fertilize your Sago Palm three times a year with a slow-release palm fertilizer during its growing season for best results. -
Q: Is the Sago Palm safe for pets?
A: No, the Sago Palm is toxic to both humans and pets, so keep it away from pets and handle with care.
Sago Palm Care Guide
- Light
- Thrives in bright indirect light to full sun. Too much direct sunlight may scorch the leaves.
- Water & Humidity
- Water whenever the soil feels dry to the touch, making sure never to overwater to the point of soggy soil. Slightly reduce watering in the winter when the plant is not actively growing. Sago Palms do fine in average household humidity.
- Temperature
- Ideal temperature is 65-75°F
- Food
- Generally, the sago palm should be fed with a fertilizer 3 times a year, throughout its growing season. A slow-release palm fertilizer, with an N-P-K ratio of 12-4-12, is best.
- Toxicity
- Toxic to humans and pets.
- Growers Tips
- Sago palms’ roots are surprisingly large for the size of their foliage. Even if your palm looks modest above ground, you may notice roots escaping through drainage holes, water taking a long time to drain, or even the sides of your container bulging out. This is when you should repot your Sago Palm.